Sometimes during the summer, we grow weary of the tradition baked beans recipe. This recipe for BBQ black-eyed peas is what we go to as a close second option. Or, if you stick to the new year’s resolution of black-eyed peas, this might work for…
It’s funny how a simple snack can tell a much bigger story — especially when you’re paying attention to the moments that matter. Over the last few months, Nolan’s relationship with food has shifted in ways that have surprised us, challenged us, and ultimately filled…
I grew up with my mother shuffling through a thick stack of little recipes that she had collected over the years. I may have been a little perplexed as to why she had to have so many recipes, because for many nights us kids watched…
This Green Chile Sour Cream Dip turns out amazing every single time we make it! It’s cool, and creamy, and with several other ingredients you can elevate the flavor. This dip is something our kids can both eat, and it comes together super quick. It’s…
This simple easy creamy avocado dip is one of our household favorites. It has the great flavor of avocados, and with some added ingredients you can move it to a spicier level. This is so simple, that even the kids can make it. You’re going…
This simple garlic ranch layered salad recipe is all about texture—crisp lettuce, smoky bacon, sweet peas, and a cool, creamy garlic ranch dressing layered together in the simplest way. It’s the kind of salad you spot right away at a summer potluck, usually sitting in…
We found this easy eggnog recipe in my grandmothers’ recipe collection several years ago, and we’ve been making it every year since. We’ve drifted away from buying the store bought because, this one taste so much better, and even the kids can help with it.…
This recipe for golden wassail is just another one of my grandmothers’ older recipes that we intend to add to our holiday drink list. It has the same spice flavor of wassail but isn’t quit as sweet. The bonus is that this too will leave…
This Christmas Punch recipe is definitely going to make it on to our menu this time of year. Every year about this time we round up some new recipes that we create specifically for sharing together as a family. We make several batches of drinks,…
If you’re looking for a no-fuss holiday treat that feels both nostalgic and a little fancy, these Christmas Cranberry Clusters hit the sweet spot. Milk chocolate, crunchy nuts, a whisper of rum flavor, and those bright little pops of dried cranberry all come together in…
This snowdrift punch recipe is one of those simple holiday treats that just makes everyone smile. It’s bright, fizzy, and crowned with a scoop of lime sherbet that melts into soft, creamy “snow.” We put these together as a family — and it’s quick, fun,…
There’s just something about a festive Christmas Punch recipe that makes Christmas Eve feel complete. This kid-friendly Christmas Punch is bubbly, bright, and a little bit fancy—with ginger ale for sparkle, lemonade for sweetness, cranberry for that holiday tang, and a little splash of lime.…
When the holidays roll in, so does that irresistible urge to gather—around a table, around a fireplace, around a tray of something delicious. And if there’s one thing that never fails to bring people together, it’s a good dip. Whether you’re hosting a full house…
If you’re looking for a no-fuss holiday treat that feels both nostalgic and a little fancy, these Christmas Cranberry Clusters hit the sweet spot. Milk chocolate, crunchy nuts, a whisper of rum flavor, and those bright little pops of dried cranberry all come together in…
This snowdrift punch recipe is one of those simple holiday treats that just makes everyone smile. It’s bright, fizzy, and crowned with a scoop of lime sherbet that melts into soft, creamy “snow.” We put these together as a family — and it’s quick, fun,…
Cool off with these frozen strawberry bars – a creamy treat that’s perfect for hot summer days. Made with frozen strawberries, bananas, crunchy pecans, and fluffy Cool Whip, each bite is a nice burst of fruity cool, cold goodness. Easy to make and even easier…
These thin and chewy Cowboy Cookies are a family favorite that come together with just a handful of pantry staples. They’re easy to whip up, and perfect for little hands and big appetites. Whether you’re baking a quick afterschool treat or making memories in the…
This pineapple cookie recipe might be one of the easiest, and the moistest cookies we have ever made. They are so easy to make, and you could even change up the pineapple. It’s very similar to a shortcake, so you could also use it in…
